Changkat View Condominium, Sri Hartamas
Further down the road from Hartamas Regency 1 & 2 (read our review here) and Kensington Park Homes (read our review here), all by PJ Development Holdings, is another new condo. This one is called Changkat View Condominium, and it is developed by the Plenitude group.
In our earlier two reviews, we had already commented on the location, but here’s a recap. This is a much less congested area of Sri Hartamas, maybe compared to the likes of Mont’Kiara or Desa Sri Hartamas (check out our review of Kiaraville). Another plus point is the easy accessibility to Segambut, Jalan Kuching and Jalan Duta, and of course to the Sprint Highway and LDP too.
The actual site is a narrow piece of land flanked by Menara Duta 1 & 2 and the Prima Duta condo. Plenitude is also developing the Changkat Kiara enclave of semi-Ds and bungalows.
So what has Changkat View got to offer above the tight competition from other nearby condos by their competitors like Sunrise, Ireka and PJD?
Well, their biggest attraction is the affordability. For the good location (you have to admit, the name Sri Hartamas sells) you have 1100sq.ft units going at RM160psf onwards. The market rate around the area is generally around RM300 to RM400, so this is really a lower-priced alternative. But one drawback, is the high density. There are 796 units, for a small site. Credit to the developer, they have designed it quite sensibly, there are 4 identical blocks of 26 storeys, each floor has only 8 storeys, and the units are arrange in a way that you have only one neighbour sharing a party wall with you, kind of like a ‘semi-D condo’ we’ve seen advertised somewhere. We can’t remember where.
There are two typical unit design, both 1100sq.ft (the footprint for all the blocks are the same). Penthouse units are basically two typical units combined. Type C is an awkward angled unit, the rooms are at 45 degrees from the rest of the unit. At the entrance there is a long corridor coming in to the unit, some wasted space there. It’s a 3 room unit, but we really don’t fancy these odd angled units. But some people will love it, its quite tastefully done. Master bedroom and the attached bath is small, so is the kitchen.
The other typical unit, is more angular in design, yet equally perplexing. The living and balcony is in the center of the unit, with rooms on both sides. This one has a bigger master, but also has some wasted space in the entrance hallway.
Studio units are also available.
The common facilities are in a separate building surrounded by the apartment blocks. A large portion of this building is a multi storey parking structure (quite a distance to walk from your unit to your parking). In addition to that there are security features, pool and gym. Not much else. Quite adequate for the price you’re paying, but you’re sharing with 800 other units, really.
Bottom line - Good location, affordable, no frills, average finishing, high density, value for money. Some parking are open air around the units.
You are encouraged to check out the following reviews of the other developments in the vicinity.
Changkat View
Hartamas Regency 2
Kiara 1888
Kensington Park
Kiaraville
Kiaramas Ayuria
Hijauan Kiara
The Verve Suites
Tiffani by i-ZEN
Boulevard Tower, Solaris Dutamas
Mont’Kiara Meridin
| Project Name | Changkat View Condominium | |
| Location | Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur | |
| Description | 4 identical 26-storey blocks of residential condominium | |
| Land type | Freehold residential | |
| Price | RM180,000 to RM560,000 (starting from RM164psf.) |
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| Land Encumbrances | charged to Alliance Bank | |
| Unit size | 1,100sq.ft (Penthouse units 2,150sq.ft) |
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| No of units | 796 (wow, talk about high density) |
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| Launch Date | currently available | |
| Expected Completion | October 2007 | |
| Developer | Changkat Kiara Sdn. Bhd. (Member of the Plenitude Group) |
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| Contact | 03 – 6201 0888 | |
| Website | www.plenitude.com.my |
’semi-D condo’ was advertised in Opal Damansara. Remember?
Comment by JW — November 8, 2005 @ 12:48 am
haha, you remembered.
Comment by Administrator — November 8, 2005 @ 12:50 am
I heard that the access road is badly done? Is that true?
Comment by David — November 9, 2005 @ 1:30 am
which access road? into the site? i believe the developer will make good before handover, its a construction access at the moment.
Comment by Administrator — November 9, 2005 @ 1:47 am
The smallest unit is 164psf and priced at RM180,000?
Comment by John — November 17, 2005 @ 3:03 am
yes. but check availability of that unit.
Comment by Administrator — November 17, 2005 @ 3:12 am
very affordable price, but i believe there will be high congestion at the main access road particularly at the traffic lights, given the ongoing development in the vicinity
Comment by yk — May 12, 2006 @ 6:54 pm
Dear Amin.
Can you give me some suggestion on River City Condo at Jln Ipoh. I hear that Blk 2 and 3 have been sold out like hotcake.
Comment by Kenny — August 29, 2006 @ 3:26 pm
sorry, can’t help you there. we haven’t seen the place.
Comment by Administrator — August 29, 2006 @ 3:35 pm
dear admin,
got any review coming up soon on SHC’s Sutramas, which is pretty nearby? I’m quite keen on it. have gathered some info on it - looking forward to your expert views.
Comment by guaranteed returns — November 18, 2006 @ 1:11 pm
i’ll be sending you an e-mail on the matter…
Comment by Administrator — November 22, 2006 @ 3:17 pm
What do you think about Feng Shui aspect? As i know, some of the units are awkward angled unit, master bed facing the bathroom door,etc? thanks.
Comment by cc — November 27, 2006 @ 5:32 pm
please email me photo’s etc on these Condo’s, regards, Don
Comment by Don — July 9, 2007 @ 6:11 pm